Azerbaijan U19 edged Malta U19 2-1 in a closely contested UEFA European U19 Championship qualifying match on November 18, 2025. The home side secured a valuable three points in a competitive group, holding off a late fightback from their opponents. Azerbaijan took a two-goal lead and looked comfortable, but a late consolation from Malta set up a nervy finish. The Maltese team pushed for an equalizer in the dying minutes, but the Azerbaijani defense held firm to see out the victory. This win provides a crucial platform for Azerbaijan's campaign, while Malta will be disappointed not to have taken at least a point from their efforts. The match was a testament to the competitive nature of youth football across Europe.